Do you have trouble organizing your life? Your family calendar? Well, help is on the way! Ron Deal speaks with James and Ginger Dellaripa about the challenges of blended family management including schedules, co-parenting, custody, and more.
Nixing the gift exchange might be nontraditional, but it’s helped our family realign our priorities and values during the holidays.
Christmas Gift Tags Need some gift tags for your Christmas presents? These simply designed tags match any wrapping paper, or use them as a way for your kids to add […]
Have you ever wondered how to be thankful in a hard season in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about finding joy, regardless of our circumstances, as we focus on God’s faithfulness, His provision, and His promises.
Blended families come in all shapes and sizes. Each family is unique with its own complexities. Chris and Yodit Brooks share their stories growing up in a stepfamily and wisdom they've gained from raising their adopted and biological children.
Holidays can be a stressful time juggling visitations, planning activities, and managing feelings. Emotions in blended families are often magnified during Christmas. Gayla & Ron offer practical ways to promote positivity so your holiday can be enjoyable.
This year, consider celebrating the single moms in your life. Here are a few Mother’s Day ideas to get you started. M
Take five minutes each day for these prayers for Easter and Holy Week, to remind your family what this season’s all about.
Easter in their hands. Out of the box. And in their hearts. You already know the real Easter story deserves to be presented in a way that is as unforgettable […]
It's the most wonderful time of year! Wait ... is it really? We want Christmas to feel magical. But too often, we feel disappointment, stress, sadness, & loneliness. Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with Bob Lepine on how to find lasting joy this season.
Your relationship with your college kid may change as they grow. So here are five things they may need on Christmas break.
Need a low-stress way to keep the holiday fun while still focusing on the meaning of Christmas? We’ve got you covered with this family Christmas countdown.
Holiday Traditions to Decorate “Inside” This Year The holidays can be a busy and stressful time. There are meals to plan, parties to attend, and lists to check twice. But […]
I love family vacations. But when seven of us are in the minivan, sinful natures threaten family fun. Relate? Here are three reminders.
Still looking for a gift for dad? Try something that offers appreciation, forgiveness, and grace. Trust me, he’ll love it.
Time and space for soul care feels impossible for parents. But what if you could have your break-cake and eat it too?
When you get stuck thinking romance is all roses and bubble baths, it starts feeling like something you'll never achieve.
Part of me can turn Grinchy over the holidays. And my husband, if I’m not careful, becomes my Roast Beast. Wondering how to stop fighting?
Psalms for Christmas: Prepare Him Room Anyone else feel the need for Christmas? For peace and hope worth celebrating in a depressed, divided, anxious world? This Christmas, the Psalms still […]
When we gather together for holiday meals, we satisfy more than our immediate hunger. It’s a feast for our souls, bodies, and imaginations.
Doubling a recipe isn’t nearly as hard as you’d think, but it’s a lot more rewarding. Find Friendsgiving ideas to make your gathering doable and happy.
Award conversations gravitate to our holiday tables year after year. But could we all truly get along, even for 30 minutes of face-stuffing glory?
Friendsgiving Ideas for a More Connected Thanksgiving After a season of disconnection, we’re feeling the need for each other more than ever. Could “Friendsgiving” help us reach out to those who […]
Get your free copy of The Gratitude Project and cultivate thankfulness in your family! “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for […]
Fill your home with love this Valentine’s Day with these free cards! There’s no better time to remind your children how much you love and appreciate them than Valentine’s Day. […]
Easter Made Easy Easter is such a powerful and holy season. But it is quickly being overshadowed by an overgrown rabbit, and its real meaning is often lost on over-sugared […]
Hoping to sneak in some romance over the holidays? Romance isn’t always in the grand plans, but in the simple, intentional moments. So we’ve planned 31 days of simple activities […]
Help your kids count down to Easter with this free activity guide We get it. How do you make time for spiritual stuff when you’re just trying to get kids […]
Grab your free FamilyLife Christmas Countdown! Have the kids already started chiming, “How many more days until Christmas?!” Hand them some safety scissors, tape or glue, and this FREE paper-chain […]
Christmas Coloring Sheets Need to keep the kids entertained over Christmas break? We’ve got a meaningful and mess-free way for them to be creative on those frosty winter days. Bring […]